Ayaan Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-YAHN / /ɑːˈjɑːn/Arabic; Sanskrit
Meaning
Arabic: gift of God; Sanskrit: one who is fortunate
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Ayaan is often associated with divine blessings and is commonly used in Muslim communities. In Sanskrit, the name reflects a sense of fortune and prosperity, highlighting its significance in Indian traditions.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ayan
- Ayaan
International Variants
- Ayan (Turkish)
- Ayaan (Hindi)
Famous people named Ayaan
Ayaan Hirsi Ali — activist and author.
Ayaan Qureshi — notable figure in technology.
Fictional characters named Ayaan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ayaan was first seen in the United States in 2000. Ayaan has ranked as high as #768 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Ayaan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ayaan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 87 | |
| TX | 74 | |
| NY | 56 | |
| PA | 34 | |
| GA | 32 | |
| VA | 30 | |
| FL | 30 | |
| IL | 29 | |
| MD | 24 | |
| MI | 19 | |
| WA | 17 | |
| NC | 17 | |
| OH | 12 | |
| MA | 10 | |
| TN | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 25 |
| 2004 | 122 |
| 2005 | 53 |
| 2006 | 122 |
| 2007 | 182 |
| 2008 | 226 |
| 2009 | 265 |
| 2010 | 296 |
| 2011 | 322 |
| 2012 | 355 |
| 2013 | 388 |
| 2014 | 485 |
| 2015 | 416 |
| 2016 | 424 |
| 2017 | 503 |
| 2018 | 530 |
| 2019 | 553 |
| 2020 | 645 |
| 2021 | 570 |
| 2022 | 528 |
| 2023 | 586 |
| 2024 | 589 |